Seacret Compartment

[Beaver]

I have an 18' Seacraft (1975) and in front of the center console there is a little area with a cover that slides over it and is held on by the leading edge of the center console. What is this? And can I fill the thing in with resin so it doesnt hold water? I looks like it might be set up for installing a fuel guage?

Thanks for any info.

Rob

[muddywater]

People often add a pie plate type access hatch for fuel tank inspection (though it could be square). Is that what you are referring to? If so, it is generally a good idea to regularly inspect the fuel hoses and connections for leaks, etc and some recommend hosing off your fuel tank with fresh water periodically.

[Bigshrimpin]

Originally Posted by Beaver

I have an 18' Seacraft (1975) and in front of the center console there is a little area with a cover that slides over it and is held on by the leading edge of the center console. What is this? And can I fill the thing in with resin so it doesnt hold water? I looks like it might be set up for installing a fuel guage?

Thanks for any info.

Rob

That's where you put the illegal fish

[uncleboo]

Mine has one and I've seen pics here of others, too. I think it was put in at the factory. It's right over the fill hose fitting on my tank. I agree, it's good place for water to intrude. If I ever get time to work on mine, the console will be moved forward so that it covers the front edge of the tank hatch. With the 4 stroke on the back, I need forward weight and more fishing room in the back. That will cover all that up.

[uncleboo]

Reread your post and I'm not sure we're talking about the same thing. Mine is just a square piece of hatch screwed and caulked in place. Post a picture.

[Snookerd]

That's a good call on moving the console forward! That's how all the 80's 18SF's came from the factory.

[eggsuckindog]

Mine was a 75 and I don't remember it

[Beaver]

Thanks for all the feedback. I think Im gonna fill her in, sand her over, and call it good.